Actually blazers in the 80s were very fitted, classic and always ended at the leg break (classic length) or shorter, the oversized, straight-cut and long blazer is a 90s style. I was a young career woman then and wore (skirt) suits every day, I remember the style and cuts very well.
Oh and I do think that with the leather pants a belt, maybe a leopard or animal print would have paired well with everything. But anyway, you look amazing!
I really loved the burgundy top with the blazer, too! Thanks for your thoughts, I just thrifted an oversized blazer to try the trend and am glad to have some more ideas.
Thanks for the inspiration!!! Just got a faux leather skirt and I can see it now styled with my tan blazer!!! And I do love burgundy with ivory and tan!!!
Thanks. Question: lately I've heard several "over 50" style gurus say older women should not wear hoodies. Hoodies and are staples where I live. I'm not giving up my hoodies. Can you show some very casual ways for an old lady to look good in a budget hoodie?
Why in the world are they saying you shouldn't wear a hoodie over 50? That's kinda crazy talk loll! You can wear them like anyone else would wear them I think! Let me see if I can fit it into a video.
Loved them all, but had a few faves! The black cashmere/ faux leather pants, striped shirt/ black jeans and the burgundy bow tie blouse/cream corduroys are a few. All of them were simply great! Thanks so much!
Hi Jamie, I love the black on black with the tan blazer, those colors are so beautiful together. I love wearing black pants with the tan top and boots.
Great video! Again you offer great ideas and great fashion choices. I like the black tops and bottoms. Your style is great. Thanks again for all the ideas
I love the camel and black combination, but I'm still having a hard time with giant blazers (which make me look gargantuan). And I was very entertained by the jump between fall and Christmas on the mantel. 😁 Thanks, Jamie!
Love all the looks. As a petite person 5’2” and a size 2 I always get overwhelmed with these over sized styles. I usually will just go up a size in a regular blazer and that looks loose. I may try this blazer though. Admittedly I rarely wear blazers so I hope it goes on a bit of a sale to make it worth it for a season. I’m loving your content! Have a wonderful holiday season.
I'm 5'3". The only way that I was ever able to make a blazer this long work was with a monochrome top and pants (with matching shoes) or a short one-color shift dress. No complications, and nothing to break up the line of color. Narrow silhouette. Otherwise, I end up looking like I gained 30 pounds.
Great video! Loved the all black with the blazer. It’s a favorite look of mine but I wanted to say that the burgundy top with the cream pants looked amazing on you! I have to find a pair of leather (faux) pants! ❤
Very good advices!! Because we see so beautiful outfits, but when i try to wear it, it's not the same for sure! and i can wear it only with one way..very good tips. Thanks!!
I like the burgundy blouse with the white pants. I actually have a burgundy blouse and was wondering the best way to style it. Thank you for all your recommendations.
This is so helpful! I bought a couple of these blazers this summer, but haven't been wearing them. I love all your combinations, but esp the striped top w black pants and shoes.
I just found a wonderful brown Kashmir Blazer 2nd hand for a steal. It's a size to big so I took it to my seamstress for an alteration. I'm looking forward to recreate some of your looks, they are really pretty on you.
Some new trends do take effort to style at first but once you figure it out it's pretty simple and easy. That's why I try to figure it out for my viewers.
I have wide shoulders and when I size down in oversized blazers I can’t button them up.😢. I’m stuck with my regular size. I have the whole outfit, blazer, white Tee, faux leather pants, black ankle boots. And I have several other sweaters that will work beautifully. I’m shopping my closet.
Another great video Jamie. Blazers are hard to find for me, short torso, narrow shoulders. How about the leopard clutch bags. I think I’ve seen it before. Can you share where you got it. Keep up the good work. 🦃
Q&A: I just got faux leather pants! Love the but how do you get the folds out of the fabric from shipping? I have had them hanging but they still have a few wrinkles/fold marks.
I bought a beautiful blazer from Banana Republic on sale (it was a fantastic buy) but I feel it is too large and it can not be exchanged. Is it possible to have this taken in by a tailor?
I would think that you could. I use to have an alterations department in a store I managed and we did that all the time. It just depends on if it will cost more to alter than what you paid for it.
I don’t mind a longer-than-classic blazer as much, but I want shaping at the waist. Those baggy, straight-cut ones just make me look bigger and blockier than I really am, I already have a straightish figure without a lot of waist definition. These oversized ones have been trending for 3-4 years now, and I’m still not buying. I have been looking at more classic, very high-quality, European made ones, that actually are made of local wool, not polyester.
❤ I really love your style and come Contant; however, the word frumpy just turns me off it is so negative and so Full of ageism can you find another word for frumpy?
Ummm…. Although I do not “enjoy” the word “frumpy”, I believe most of us (?) understand that term… AND would like to avoid having it apply to us…. or we would not be following this terrific channel! Perhaps I am incorrect? I have seen many young women to whom many might think that term, “frumpy”, applies…. so it is not just used for aging women! To look “frumpy” would probably be considered by many, dare I say possibly, MOST women, TO actually BE a “negative”… something they/we might WANT to avoid if at all possible. There are simply some things that just ARE negative, although the way we look, at least in my opinion, is NOT, by far, among the most important things in life…. not by a long shot! -Yet, I would still prefer to not be considered “frumpy”! -My question for you is what adequate word would you suggest to trade for “frumpy”? Truly, I’m not trying to sound harsh, judge-mental, or anything unkind.
I am up for a suggestion. Frumpy is not a great word but it is relatable and explains a certain type of style very well. I agree that it is a negative word, but it is describing a negative way of dressing and I'm having trouble finding another relatable word that would work.
You explained it very well and I agree with you on this. It is a very relatable word and has no age attached to it. Thanks for your response and for watching my channel! ♥️
To me this blazer is simply better on a longer body type
Actually blazers in the 80s were very fitted, classic and always ended at the leg break (classic length) or shorter, the oversized, straight-cut and long blazer is a 90s style. I was a young career woman then and wore (skirt) suits every day, I remember the style and cuts very well.
I really like the black on black look 🤩🤩
Last outfit my absolute fav!
Thanks!
Oh and I do think that with the leather pants a belt, maybe a leopard or animal print would have paired well with everything. But anyway, you look amazing!
I really loved the burgundy top with the blazer, too! Thanks for your thoughts, I just thrifted an oversized blazer to try the trend and am glad to have some more ideas.
That's great! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the inspiration!!! Just got a faux leather skirt and I can see it now styled with my tan blazer!!! And I do love burgundy with ivory and tan!!!
Great tip with the hair tie holding up the big sleeves. Going to try it.
Thanks. Question: lately I've heard several "over 50" style gurus say older women should not wear hoodies. Hoodies and are staples where I live. I'm not giving up my hoodies. Can you show some very casual ways for an old lady to look good in a budget hoodie?
Why in the world are they saying you shouldn't wear a hoodie over 50? That's kinda crazy talk loll! You can wear them like anyone else would wear them I think! Let me see if I can fit it into a video.
My favourite was the black boots black pants, striped shirt. Very nice.
Loved them all, but had a few faves! The black cashmere/ faux leather pants, striped shirt/ black jeans and the burgundy bow tie blouse/cream corduroys are a few. All of them were simply great! Thanks so much!
Hi Jamie, I love the black on black with the tan blazer, those colors are so beautiful together. I love wearing black pants with the tan top and boots.
Great looks with the blazer
I like the burgandy blouse with the ivory pants and purse
Good combination
I have that jacket. Thanks for the options ! 👍
No problem 👍
Great video! Again you offer great ideas and great fashion choices. I like the black tops and bottoms. Your style is great. Thanks again for all the ideas
I love your hair!!!!!
I love the camel and black combination, but I'm still having a hard time with giant blazers (which make me look gargantuan). And I was very entertained by the jump between fall and Christmas on the mantel. 😁 Thanks, Jamie!
I have to make it interesting right! 😂😉
The heels as well as shoulder pads sometimes for balance can be a nice look
I love all of your ideas. I would love to see a video with all low heel shoes. I only wear the lowest heels. Thank you!
Love all the looks. As a petite person 5’2” and a size 2 I always get overwhelmed with these over sized styles. I usually will just go up a size in a regular blazer and that looks loose. I may try this blazer though. Admittedly I rarely wear blazers so I hope it goes on a bit of a sale to make it worth it for a season. I’m loving your content! Have a wonderful holiday season.
I'm 5'3". The only way that I was ever able to make a blazer this long work was with a monochrome top and pants (with matching shoes) or a short one-color shift dress. No complications, and nothing to break up the line of color. Narrow silhouette. Otherwise, I end up looking like I gained 30 pounds.
They were all gorgeous!!! Thank you so much for the inspiration in each outfit!
Thank you!
Great video! Loved the all black with the blazer. It’s a favorite look of mine but I wanted to say that the burgundy top with the cream pants looked amazing on you! I have to find a pair of leather (faux) pants! ❤
Love the all black with the camel blazer. And what gorgeous hair
Very good advices!! Because we see so beautiful outfits, but when i try to wear it, it's not the same for sure! and i can wear it only with one way..very good tips. Thanks!!
I like the striped shirt and black shoes
I like the burgundy blouse with the white pants. I actually have a burgundy blouse and was wondering the best way to style it. Thank you for all your recommendations.
This is so helpful! I bought a couple of these blazers this summer, but haven't been wearing them. I love all your combinations, but esp the striped top w black pants and shoes.
Thank you for all the suggestions! I liked all of them! Thanks for showcasing the oversized jacket!
Thank you and you're welcome!
I just found a wonderful brown Kashmir Blazer 2nd hand for a steal. It's a size to big so I took it to my seamstress for an alteration.
I'm looking forward to recreate some of your looks, they are really pretty on you.
Sounds great! What a good find! Thanks so much and I hope some of these ideas work for you!
Loved all of the outfits!
I'm really hoping that Santa brings me this blazer! Ever since you featured it a while ago, I've had my eye on it ❤. Thanks, Jamie!!
I hope so too! They are probably going to do a sale for black Friday!
I actually just got a private sale email from them so you might want to sign up for their email list if you haven't already.
@@YourGuideToStyle Oh I'm already signed up ☺️
I like the combos with jeans & pants but not the others--I think it’s a lot of effort to justify this blazer.
Some new trends do take effort to style at first but once you figure it out it's pretty simple and easy. That's why I try to figure it out for my viewers.
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-And thank you so much for doing just that for us, Jamie!
I have wide shoulders and when I size down in oversized blazers I can’t button them up.😢. I’m stuck with my regular size. I have the whole outfit, blazer, white Tee, faux leather pants, black ankle boots. And I have several other sweaters that will work beautifully. I’m shopping my closet.
Great! And I rarely button my blazers so if you like the fit and it doesn't button I think that is okay!
Great video. Love your videos combination
nice look. how do you feel about scarves?
Another great video Jamie. Blazers are hard to find for me, short torso, narrow shoulders. How about the leopard clutch bags. I think I’ve seen it before. Can you share where you got it. Keep up the good work. 🦃
I got it from Target several years ago!
Q&A: I just got faux leather pants! Love the but how do you get the folds out of the fabric from shipping? I have had them hanging but they still have a few wrinkles/fold marks.
I bought a beautiful blazer from Banana Republic on sale (it was a fantastic buy) but I feel it is too large and it can not be exchanged. Is it possible to have this taken in by a tailor?
I would think that you could. I use to have an alterations department in a store I managed and we did that all the time. It just depends on if it will cost more to alter than what you paid for it.
Where do you get those hair ties? I've looked for them can't find them...
I got mine at Target! Here they are! rstyle.me/cz-n/g7cknsce4fp
I don’t mind a longer-than-classic blazer as much, but I want shaping at the waist. Those baggy, straight-cut ones just make me look bigger and blockier than I really am, I already have a straightish figure without a lot of waist definition. These oversized ones have been trending for 3-4 years now, and I’m still not buying. I have been looking at more classic, very high-quality, European made ones, that actually are made of local wool, not polyester.
For reference. How tall are you?
I am 5'4".
I'm having trouble styling chelsea boots. Can you give any tips. Thanks..
I am going to try to create a video on how to wear chunky sole boots. Do your Chelsea boots have a chunky sole?
❤ I really love your style and come Contant; however, the word frumpy just turns me off it is so negative and so Full of ageism can you find another word for frumpy?
Ummm…. Although I do not “enjoy” the word “frumpy”, I believe most of us (?) understand that term… AND would like to avoid having it apply to us…. or we would not be following this terrific channel! Perhaps I am incorrect? I have seen many young women to whom many might think that term, “frumpy”, applies…. so it is not just used for aging women! To look “frumpy” would probably be considered by many, dare I say possibly, MOST women, TO actually BE a “negative”… something
they/we might WANT to avoid if at all possible. There are simply some things that just ARE negative, although the way we look, at least in my opinion, is NOT, by far, among the most important things in life…. not by a long shot! -Yet, I would still prefer to not be considered “frumpy”!
-My question for you is what adequate word would you suggest to trade for “frumpy”? Truly, I’m not trying to sound harsh, judge-mental, or anything unkind.
I am up for a suggestion. Frumpy is not a great word but it is relatable and explains a certain type of style very well. I agree that it is a negative word, but it is describing a negative way of dressing and I'm having trouble finding another relatable word that would work.
You explained it very well and I agree with you on this. It is a very relatable word and has no age attached to it. Thanks for your response and for watching my channel! ♥️